Did you know that blue is the colour of Deaf Awareness? While many causes have ribbons and colours associated with them, you may find the story behind the blue ribbon quite intriguing. The blue ribbon was introduced for Deaf Awareness in 1999 by Deaf scholar and...
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eDEAF’s strategic response to QCTO changes to ensure Skills Development Success
The skills development landscape in South Africa is undergoing a significant transformation, and eDeaf is at the forefront of adapting to these changes. We are excited to share with you our strategic approach to ensuring a seamless transition to the new Qualification...
Understanding SASL In Its Own Right
South African Sign Language (SASL) has long been celebrated as a complete language that is independent of any spoken language. After the acceptance of SASL as the 12th official language of South Africa, Pan South African Language Board (PanSALB) created an SASL...
Creating a Deaf Inclusive Workspace
With South African Sign Language being made the twelfth official language of our beautiful country, you may feel it is time to jump into action and bring Deaf staff members onto your team. Inclusivity is definitely to be celebrated and applauded, but the act of hiring...
The Accessibility Revolution: What It Is and Why You Need to Play a Part
The word “accessibility” may have become a buzzword in recent history, but it is likely that the term is somewhat overused and misunderstood. Like many buzzwords that have come before, accessibility is one that is welcomed by communities like the Deaf. But if you are...
Unveiling the Silent Language: A Journey Through the History of Sign Language
Sign language, a fascinating and expressive form of communication, has a rich historical background that spans cultures and centuries. Despite its silent nature, sign language speaks volumes about the resilience, creativity, and adaptability of the human spirit....